The WFEA Morning Update

WFEA Morning Update with Jeff Chidester

The WFEA Morning Update with Jeff Chidester

Listen Monday - Thursday from 6-10am and Friday from 6-9am

The WFEA Morning Update will focus on issues affecting Granite State residents in a fun and informative way.

Jeff Chidester is the host of The WFEA Morning Update. Jeff is a well-known, involved member of the community, with a background in journalism, law enforcement, and broadcasting. Raised in New Hampshire, Jeff has traveled the world extensively, learning and observing other cultures and their impact on America, while always returning to his home state. He served in the US Army, as a police officer in New Hampshire, a writer for the Portsmouth Herald, and as the creator and host of the radio show, Right Here, Right Now. His experience and character align with the “live & local” ideals of WFEA and many of its Granite State listeners.

Wednesday, March 19, 202503/19/2025

A look at the impact of Child Care in the Granite State.

In On-Demand

Dr. Nicole Heller, Senior Policy Analyst from the NH Fiscal Policy Institute, will discuss the findings of the institute’s recent study of child care’s impact on NH families. What is the cost impact on families, NH, and businesses, and are there possible solutions?

Wednesday, March 19, 202503/19/2025

Chidester on a new form of Censorship.

In On-Demand

WFEA’s The Morning Update Host Jeff Chidester discusses the impact of government-sponsored or pressured censorship. New studies indicated the level of censorship that occurred during the Biden administration.

Wednesday, March 19, 202503/19/2025

What the Mainstream Media is forgetting to mention when it comes to the Economy.

In On-Demand

Retirement Intelligence Radio Host and Financial Expert Thom Brueckner provides insight into some of the most recent financial data. Thom also offers positive news in the economy that many mainstream media outlets misreport or don’t mention.

Wednesday, March 19, 202503/19/2025

Revamping Military recruitment.

In On-Demand

Reporter Patty Nieberg, Task & Purpose, shares two stories related to the re-opening of the military recruitment centers and a program to help military members during pregnancy and with infant care.

Wednesday, March 19, 202503/19/2025

Why Fish & Game Wardens and Park Rangers work so well together.

In On-Demand

NH Fish and Game Lt. and Adjunct Professor Wayne Saunders, White Mountains Community College, discusses the relationship between National Park Randger and NH Fish and Game Wardens. Wayne also spoke about some of the updates on the college’s conservation and culinary programs.

Wednesday, March 19, 202503/19/2025

Cline sheds light on Housing legislation currently up for discussion at the State House.

In On-Demand

Drew Cline from the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy highlights the double-digit pieces of housing legislation currently being discussed at the State House. Drew highlights the last time the state reviewed our zoning and building codes.

Tuesday, March 18, 202503/18/2025

How universal Education Freedom Accounts could become a reality.

In On-Demand

State Rep. Valerie McConnell discusses education Bill HB115, which creates universal education accounts, and other legislation she is considering for future sessions.

Tuesday, March 18, 202503/18/2025

Positive Economic signs and effects the national pushback on DEI is having on companies.

In On-Demand

NH State Senator Dan Innis discusses the 2026 election, the economy’s positive signs, and the effects of the national pushback on DEI programs are having on companies.

Tuesday, March 18, 202503/18/2025

Goodlander talks joint actions against DODGE and standing up for the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard

In On-Demand

New Hampshire Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander talks about a joint action taken with other congressional members to address the DODGE effects on shipbuilding, which includes activities at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard.

Tuesday, March 18, 202503/18/2025

Better understanding Right to Know from the professionals.

In On-Demand

Damien Fisher succeeded in an upcoming seminar hosted by In-Depth-NH on the difficulty and resistance many in the media encounter when attempting to use a Freedom of Information request.

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